1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1980 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G | CL |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |